Overview & Reviews

A new value-priced 2002 Dodge Dakota SXT debuts and includes 16-inch alloys, automatic tranny, air conditioning, bucket seats and CD player. An appearance group consisting of graphite-colored bumpers, grille and fender flares is also fitted to the SXT.

• Available V8 power, commodious cabin, commendable performance on road and off.

• Poor fuel consumption with V8, upper trim levels can get pricey if loaded up with options.

User Reviews:

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  PLEASE DONT BUY!! Dodge Corp. NO help!! - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By WillieP - February 25 - 2:00 am

  Nothing but problems since the first week!! Stuck with this P.O.S. Several problems with the transmission that supposedly was "matched nicely" to the 4.7L engine. Problems are "deemed normal" by the dealership. Ill drive it till something breaks to recreate the problem for them. Interior fan motor is done. Nothing like the smell of a burning fan motor in the morning. Nice acrid smell of burning plastic/wires. Popping noise at front wheel bearings in turns. Tried to get Dodge Corp. to swap it out and Id pay the difference. NO DEAL! Ill just take the couple thousand loss on a trade soon. Itll be worth it!

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  I Love This Thing!!! - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By LoveThisBaby!!! - February 25 - 2:00 am

  This is my first new vehicle. My Previous was a 92 dakota with the v6, and boy oh boy is the V8 worth every penny. This has to be one of the fastest vehichles in production, (for the price). I wish I got the manual instead of the auto and 4wd instead of 2wd, but you cant be picky when shopping off the lot.

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  Lemon - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By Darryl Knieff - February 10 - 2:00 am

  I have had poor luck with my Dakota! It will shimmy, try to die, rattles, and has poor power on take off. I hav been told by (experts) that this is normal for this truck. Now you and I know this isn`t true. It also has major slack in the drive-train. My gas mileage is much worse than sticker showed. This is the second Dakota bought new that I have had problems with, a 93, and this 02,. Who would dream of getting 2 lemons in a row, or is this the standard for dodge. I will never own another chrysler product!

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  i like this truck - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By theeewweeee - January 18 - 2:00 am

  had truck since 03 2002 no problems so far good family truck with power when needed, would recommend to anyone.

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  Steer Clear ONLY as a LAST resort. - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By dodgeneveragain - December 31 - 2:00 am

  Have had ALOT of problems since the purchase. Lost the transmission within the first 2,000 miles. Still having some problems at shifting points of the transmission. Rough idle. Surge in the motor at hwy speed. Several other misc. problems that mysteriously cant be recreated at the dealership. Have noticed very poor overall craftsmanship upon closer inspection after the purchase. Little Late then!! Oh well, stuck for now. NEVER again!! If I can keep at least ONE person from buying, this comment will not have been in vain. Will look at Chevrolet, Ford or Import next time!!

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  Dodge Dakota - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By SVurno - December 5 - 2:00 am

  I couldnt be happier.

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  4 DR Quad Cab 4WDR - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By brandy66 - December 3 - 2:00 am

  I bought this truck in june of 2002 with the 4.7 engine and tow pakage. I have taken it hunting fishing and camping. Ive pulled my boat with it and have had no problems at all. It is grate for the family plenty of room in the back seat for two kids and room left over.The 4.7 is awsom chevy and ford dont make a small truck that can compare.I drive a mix of highway and city and get about 15.3 miles to the gallon with 3400 miles on the truck now. Iam hopeing this will get alittle better as I get more miles on it. I chose the dodge truck for a few reasons.Looks, Price the price is better than the ford or chevy.style, interior room. power from the 4.7 is great.

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  Nice truck - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By victoria - November 20 - 2:00 am

  After driving a Dodge Caravan for years, it was a little difficult to get used to the truck-like ride. However, for a truck, I think the ride is pretty good. Im concerned about the way it handles over bumps. Could use more head-room. Seat belts are hard to put on. Nice acceleration and fun to drive.

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  Good Value - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By Jackneye - October 14 - 2:00 am

  I just bought my new Dakota and I am impressed so far. I was reluctant to look into a Dodge, but as I researched other trucks (mid-size & full-size), I found the Dakota to have the best value. The interior is especially comfortable and the club cab actually provides a decent amount of extra space. The ride is very car-like, and the power, although not overwhelming, is adequate. In comparison with other compact trucks, the Dodges styling blows the competition away. All in all I am pleased with the truck and I feel I got the most bang for my buck.

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  Fun to Drive, A Joy to Own - 2002 Dodge Dakota
  By koneal - October 1 - 2:00 am

  Ive owned my 02 Dakota 4.7L V8 SLT 2WD Ext Cab for 8 months now. The ride quality is excellent, performance is responsive with the 5-speed manual transmission. Ive used it to not only haul a few people around but to haul many heavy loads. Its performed to spec and more every time.